FINN FLYER 36
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.09 ft |
| Beam | 11.15 ft |
| Draft | 7.22 ft |
| Displacement | 11,464 lb |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 489.76 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,130.21 sq ft |
About the FINN FLYER 36
Two versions. CR - cruising and GT - performance including a taller mast Shallow keel draft: 2.05 m / 6.73 ft Shallow keel Displacement: 4,800 kg / 10,582 lbs. Rig measurements above are for the GT version Sail area: - main: 45.5 m² / 489.8 ft² - jib (106%): 33.6 m² / 361.7 ft² - spinnaker: 105.0 m² / 1,130.2 ft²
Designed by Karl-Johan Stråhlmann and built by Finn Flyer in Finland, the Finn Flyer 36 is a modern fractional sloop with a production start in 2008. With a displacement of 11464.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.98, it offers a balanced blend of performance and stability, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize sailing dynamics and modern ergonomics over heavy bluewater expedition capabilities.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.98 and a moderate SA/D ratio of 26.89, the Finn Flyer 36 is capable of offshore passages, but its fin keel and relatively light displacement of 11464.0 lb suggest it is best suited for protected waters and short ocean crossings rather than extreme heavy-weather voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the Beneteau First 36.7 or Nauticat 36, these boats share similar fractional rig configurations and performance-focused hull forms from the same era, though the Finn Flyer distinguishes itself with its specific Scandinavian build quality and Stråhlmann design.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 6.0 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 4.8 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.4 |
| 90° | 4.9 | 6.3 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 8.9 |
| 110° | 4.7 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.4 | 9.8 |
| 120° | 4.3 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.6 | 9.1 | 9.9 | 11.0 |
| 135° | 3.8 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 10.1 | 12.5 |
| 150° | 3.1 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 9.3 | 11.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.8 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.7 | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.4 | 9.6 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.09ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the FINN FLYER 36, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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